What kind/brand power steering fluid can I use for my car?

ERIC MENO

MEMBER
2008 ACURA TL
3.2L
V6
2WD
AUTOMATIC
60,000 MILES

My car is making a whining noise when I turn and it's low on power steering fluid. I believe that may be the cause. I'm wondering if there is a specific type/brand I should use?

Friday, October 30th, 2020 AT 8:11 AM

3 Replies

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
108,192 POSTS

Hi,

When I try to find specifications specific to your vehicle, it indicates to use Honda/Acura power steering fluid. As long as you get something (brand doesn't matter) that meets the standards equal to their fluid, you should be fine.

I attached two pics. The first is from the manual and the second shows the type of fluid. In some cases, the big chain stores will carry it.

Let me know if this helps. And yes, low fluid will cause a noise.

Take care,

Joe

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